Charla D. Smith July 18, 1958 - May 20, 2023 Wichita, KS – Charla Delle Smith, 64, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at her sister’s home in Wichita, KS She graduated from Wichita High School East and was always a proud alumni. Charla always loved dogs and considered them her “children.” Throughout her life they brought her great joy and comfort. Anyone who knew Charla knew how much she loved going to estate sales and especially looking in garages for any treasures she might find.
Her greatest gift was being a caregiver. She had the heart of a servant, and took care of both her parents, Doyle and Barbara Black until they died in 2005 and 2023 respectively. Charla is preceded in death by her older sister Jaci Black, niece Karen White and companion Wylie Reed Sr.
She was caring, loving, loyal, principled, and honest to the core. Many people did not realize how intelligent she was, and she could remember details and events that most of us had forgotten. She was also the historian in the family. Her family and friends will certainly miss her.
Charla is survived by her sister, Janice (David) Rhoades of Wichita; nieces, Tracy (Jake) Thomas, Jocelyn Riehl; nephews, Christopher (Lindsey) Riehl, and Thomas Riehl. Also, several great nieces and nephews. No services are planned at this time for Charla.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.HillsideFuneralHomeWest.com for the Smith family.
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